PDP Workshop Application

Application for professional development program and workshop assessment

PAA professional development guidelines

The PAA liaise directly with providers to formally approve professional development programs for the allocation of professional development points (PDPs), allowing us to support and promote professional development opportunities to members.

PAA approved programs include both Pilates and non-Pilates based programs, and can be delivered either face to face or online.

Professional development programs, workshops or masterclasses must reflect learning that is beyond industry entry-level certification (Cert IV or Diploma).

Applications for workshops specialising in high risk populations or advanced repertoire

To maintain standards and ensure Australian medical guidelines are observed, presenters of training in high risk populations, specifically in the areas of neurological conditions, cancer, and pre and post natal exercise, are required to show a minimum of 16 hrs formal specialty training as well as evidence of practical experience teaching clients from the specific population.

PDP applications in these areas must demonstrate that the workshop or class content includes the following:

up to date references

current medical guidelines for the subject, including clear contra-indications and modifications

guidelines for assessing the client and conditions that should be referred on to a medical or health professional

a clear indication if participants can/cannot make changes to their scope of practice after attending the training

Presenters are also asked to consider that regardless of their qualification in the area, all content needs to address “Pilates Instructors” as the target audience. Presenters should recognise the limits to the scope of practice of this community and tailor content accordingly.

Advanced repertoire:Professional development workshops teaching advanced or archival repertoire should address contra-indications for all exercises. Much of the advanced/archival work uses load in extreme flexion/extension/rotation and needs to address adequate safety and a clear indication of possible issues.

Approved Pilates programs:

Must be a Pilates-based workshop or masterclass presenting repertoire, skills, competencies and information that directly enhance a certified Pilates instructor’s professional development. Applications should demonstrate the application of science/knowledge to Pilates repertoire with specific repertoire examples provided.

Must reflect learning that is beyond industry entry-level qualification (Cert IV or Diploma)

Must be delivered by minimum PAA Trainer Level 1, or international presenters must be an Elder, recognised second generation Pilates professional or Pilates Teacher Trainer with recognised international training program with minimum 5 years experience. Presenter CV to be provided

Online programs must provide an access link to the full workshop to assess video/audio quality and ensure content is of an appropriate level

Online assessments must include a minimum of 8-10 multiple choice or true/false questions per hour of content.

Programs that meet all the above requirements will attract 1 PDP* per hour.

*A maximum of 15 PDPs can be awarded for any one program

Approved Non-Pilates programs and workshops

Non-Pilates programs must include an extension of learning beyond qualification level in anatomy, physiology, pathology or business development. The content must be related to Pilates and will enhance the education of the qualified Pilates instructor.

All workshops must be delivered by an acknowledged ‘expert’, or suitably qualified and respected individual in their field of study or profession. Presenter CV to be provided

Online programs must provide an access link to the full workshop to assess video/audio quality and ensure content is of an appropriate level

Online assessments must include a minimum of 8-10 multiple choice or true/false questions per hour of content.

Approved programs will attract 0.5 PDP per hour up to the maximum awarded.

Non Pilates anatomy, physiology, pathology or business development – maximum 50% of allowance over a 2 year PDP period.

Please note: Complementary movement based techniques are not eligible for PDPs.

Responsibilities of PAA Approved Workshop Organisers

Once your workshop is approved and PDPs are allocated, please follow these instructions to ensure your attendees are well informed and can claim their points easily:

Publicise using PAA logos and hashtags

Specially designed ‘PDP Approved’ logos are available to use in your marketing, confirming that your workshop has been approved for PDPs by the PAA (displayed). If have not yet been supplied with these please request them by emailing: support@pilates.org.au

Please use the following PAA hashtags in your social media marketing of the workshops:

#paaapprovedpdp
#paapdp
#professionaldevelopment

Update PAA approved workshop listings

If you you arrange any additional dates or need to reschedule a workshop, please notify us as soon as possible of the changes so that we can list them on the Approved Professional Development page of our website.

Issue a Certificate

To claim points, attendees must be issued with a certificate that includes the following as a minimum:

the organising body’s official business logo

the date of the workshop

the workshop title

the name of the presenter

the name of the attendee

the number of PDPs awarded

the PAA ‘PDP Approved’ logo

Checklist and Notes

Application checklist

To complete your application, you will need to provide the following:

Your details including PAA membership number (if applicable)

A comprehensive CV for each presenter which includes:

Outline of qualifications in the workshop field of study

Details of relevant teaching & presenting experience

Details of the program, workshop or masterclass including:

Workshop title and overview

Content outline, outcomes and workshop notes/materials

Duration of workshop/program in contact hours

Pre-requisites for participants

Copy of the workshop/program assessment for online workshops

Access link, if applying for an online workshop

Proposed dates and venues for the workshop/program

URL for workshop/program registration and information

Acceptable file format for document uploads: (pdf, jpg, png)

Fee schedule*

Assessment fee (excl. Ed Bodies): $75

Fee for award of PDPs (allocation of PDPs and advertising on PAA workshop listings page)

Program length

Members fees

Non-members fees

Education Body fees

half day: 1-4 hrs

$60

$120

$45

full day: +4-8 hrs

$120

$240

$85

two days: +8-16 hrs

$180

$360

$120

multi day: +16 hrs

$240

$480

$160

Allocated PDPs for workshop/programs are valid for 2 years, unless otherwise stated.

After two years all professional development programs need to be updated and re-assessed to ensure currency of content.

Describe the objectives/outcomes of the workshop in detail. Additional supporting information should be submitted as file uploads (below).

Supporting Files

Multiple files uploads allowed.

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf.

Assessment format*

How is the workshop assessed? An assessment of workshop/program outcomes is required prior to PDPs being awarded.

questionnaire based on program content

verbal quiz

practical assessment

Assessment format*

How is the workshop assessed? An assessment of workshop/program outcomes is required prior to PDPs being awarded.

online questionnaire based on program content

written essay/project/case study

practical assessment

Copy of Assessment

Please upload an example of the Assessment that will be used for workshop outcomes and any additional supporting information.

Multiple file uploads allowed.

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf.

Copy of Assessment*

Assessment for online workshops must include 8-10 multiple choice or true/false questions per hour of workshop.

Please upload an example of the Assessment that will be used for workshop outcomes and any additional supporting information. Workshops with assessment via submitted tasks (e.g. essay, project, case study) should provide the full task and marking criteria.

Note: 15 minutes assessment time will be allocated for each hour of workshop. Example: a 2 hour workshop would be allotted 2.5 PDPs, allowing an extra 30 minutes for assessment.

Multiple file uploads allowed

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf.

URL link to access online workshop/video*

An access link to the full online workshop is required to assess video/audio quality and ensure content is of the appropriate level.

Please upload any additional documents to support your application.

Multiple file uploads allowed.

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf.

Presenter Details

Please list all Presenters*

First name

Surname

PAA Membership No.

Phone No.

Email

Website

Please upload a comprehensive CV for EVERY presenter*

to include:

• qualifications including Pilates Certification and date

• background in Pilates and related fields

• Pilates teaching experience (hours worked as a Pilates Instructor)

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf.

Please upload a comprehensive CV for every presenter*

to include:

• qualifications including course certification relevent to the workshop/program and dates

• background in workshop/program subject matter and related fields

• relevant teaching/presenting experience (hours worked as a presenter/instructor)

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf.

Do ALL Presenters hold Certificate IV Workplace Training and Assessment?*

Workshop dates and locations

Please list all confirmed dates and venues that the workshop will run*.*

Date from

End Date (if workshop is multiple days)

Venue Name

City

Venue website (URL)

* If additional dates are later scheduled please advise by email for listing on the website.

Web link for PAA workshop listing*

Please provide a URL link to the workshop registration page.

Fees

The PAA Assessment and award of PDPs is valid for two years, unless otherwise stated.

Assessment Fee*

Price:$ 75.00

Payment Details

Please complete the following:

American Express

Discover

MasterCard

Visa

Card NumberExpiration DateSecurity CodeCardholder Name

Billing Address*

Street AddressCityState / Province / RegionZIP / Postal Code

Fees

The PAA Assessment and award of PDPs is valid for two years, unless otherwise stated.

The initial assessment fee of $75 is waived for Education Bodies

Apply

Your Professional Development Program application form is now complete.

To speed up processing please make sure you have provided all the information requested and uploaded any additional documents you think may support your assessment.

On submission of this form your initial assessment fee will be immediately charged to your credit card. A further invoice for the award of PDPs will be sent to you once the Education Officer has completed your assessment.